Job Posting: Deputy Director, Office of Internal Affairs

Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation

JC-223753
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Deputy Director, Office of Internal Affairs
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS

$12,323.00 - $13,841.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 12/11/2020

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Director, Division of Correctional Policy Research and Internal Oversight (DCPRIO), the Deputy Director, Internal Affairs provides oversight of administrative and criminal investigations of alleged employee misconduct, including allegations of discrimination and retaliation related to the Department’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy. The Deputy Director oversees the Office of Internal Affairs (OIA) consisting of various peace officers and administrative classes located within Headquarters, Northern, Central, and Southern regions.  In addition, the Deputy Director is responsible for appointments to the Department's Deadly Force Review Board, oversight of the Allegation Inquiry Management Section (AIMS), Central Intake Unit, Special Investigations Units, Workers Compensation Fraud Investigations Units, Administrative Services Units (which encompasses monitoring, evaluating, and reporting, policy and procedure, litigation coordination, and training), the Case Management System, Budgets, Personnel, Contracts, and Procurement. The Deputy Director provides direct supervision to the Chief, Headquarters Operations, OIA, and the Chief, Field Operations, OIA, who manage and direct the operation of the Internal Affairs offices; and indirect supervision of the Chief, AIMS and the Associate Director of OCR, who manages the Department’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Sexual Harassment Prevention Programs (SHPP), and serves as the co-lead for the Department’s Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) cohort.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Provide advice and consultation to the departmental executives in the formulation of departmental policies and programs related to internal affairs, deadly force, and retaliation investigations.

• Provide managerial guidance and direction to the Chief, Field Operations, OIA, and the Chief, Headquarters Operations, OIA, and the Chief, AIMS in the formulation and implementation of departmental policies and procedures, program performance measures, goals and objectives, and process improvement methodologies to facilitate efficient and effective program operations in all areas of internal affairs. 

• Update the Director, DCPRIO and other departmental executives, as needed, on employee investigation issues; allegations of employee misconduct; administrative, criminal, and discrimination related issues; and outside investigations as well as criminal prosecution.  Provide oversight on the Deadly Force Investigative Team and serve as a member on the Department's Deadly Force Review Board.

• Ensure efficient and effective investigative operations; policies and procedures as they relate to employee misconduct investigations; impact of laws, rules, and court decisions on the investigative process; and recommend changes to departmental policies.

• Represent the Department before the Legislature and Executive Branches of government on policy matters that affect OIA’s operations.  Serve as liaison to and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies.  Maintain oversight of potential legal liabilities incurred as a result of inconsistent and/or inappropriate application of laws, policies, and procedures.  Testify in state and federal court and before the Legislature regarding the Department's internal affairs process; proposed changes in Memorandums of Understanding, laws, and rules relative to employee misconduct; internal affairs; and retaliation investigations.

• Provide managerial guidance and direction to the Associate Director, Office of Civil Rights, in the formulation, evaluation, implementation, and modification of EEO/SHPP policies and procedures for the Department, as well as in the development and promotion of equity and advancement opportunities for all. Encourages and supports the Departments GARE initiatives.

• Oversee operational budget including the Headquarters and Regional Field offices.

• Statewide travel required.

Effective July 1, 2020, in response to the economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Personal Leave Program 2020 (PLP 2020) was implemented. PLP 2020 requires that each full-time employee receive a 4.62 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 12 hours of PLP 2020 leave credits monthly through June 2022. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.


Minimum Requirements

This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

    Additional Documents

    Position Details

    Job Code #:
    JC-223753
    Position #(s):
    065-139-9380-001
    Working Title:
    Deputy Director, Office of Internal Affairs
    Classification:
    DEPUTY DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS
    $12,323.00 - $13,841.00
    LINK TO JOB BROCHURE - https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/careers/wp-content/uploads/sites/164/2020/11/DeputyDirector_11.17.20.pdf

    *Please Note: The actual monthly compensation to be paid to the successful candidate will be determined with reference to the experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of such candidate, and is further subject to budgetary constraints and considerations and will be at the discretion of the Governor’s Office.
    # of Positions:
    1
    Work Location:
    Sacramento County
    Job Type:
    Exempt Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

    Department Information

    Vision: We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration though education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.


    Mission: To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

     

    The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and the California Correctional Health Care Services are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.
    Department Website: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/

    Special Requirements

    The Deputy Director, Office of Internal Affairs is a peace officer position; therefore, applicants are subject to meeting all the below peace officer requirements.

    Citizenship Requirement:  Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031(a), in order to be a peace officer, a person must be either a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and has applied for, U.S. Citizenship.  Any permanent resident alien who is employed as a peace officer shall be disqualified from holding that position if his/her application for citizenship is denied.

    Felony Disqualification:  Pursuant to Government Code Section 1029, persons convicted of a felony are disqualified from employment as peace officers except as provided under Welfare and Institutions Code, Division 2, Chapter 3, Article 8, Section 1179(b), or Division 2.5, Chapter 1, Article 4, Section 1772(b).  Except as provided for by these statutes, persons convicted of a felony are ineligible to compete for, or be appointed to, positions in this class.

    Firearm Conviction Disqualification:  Anyone who is restricted for employment-related purposes from accessing, possessing, carrying, receiving, or having under his/her control a firearm or ammunition under all applicable state or federal laws is ineligible for appointment to any position in this classification.

    Age Limitation – minimum age for appointment: 21 years.

    Background Investigation:  Pursuant to Government Code Section 1029.1, persons successful in peace officer examinations shall be required to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.  Persons who have previously undergone a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation background investigation may be required to undergo only a partial background investigation.

    Medical Requirement:  Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031, persons appointed to a peace officer class shall undergo a medical examination to determine that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job safely and effectively.

    Training Requirements:  Under provisions of Penal Code Section 832, successful completion of a training course in laws of arrest, search and seizure, firearms, and chemical agents is a requirement for permanent status in this classification.

    Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

    Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

    Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

    Application Instructions

    Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

    Final Filing Date: 12/11/2020

    Who May Apply

    This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs. Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Exempt Position by the State of California.

    Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.     Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

    How To Apply

    Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

    Address for Mailing Application Packages

    You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

    Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
    Attn: Douglas Ashmore
    Executive Appointments Unit
    P.O. Box 942883
    Sacramento, CA 94283

    Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

    You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

    Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
    Executive Appointments Unit
    1515 S Street, Application Drop Box
    (Drop Box not available weekends and holidays)
    Sacramento, CA 95811
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Required Application Package Documents

    The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

    • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. A resume may be attached if desired. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
    • Supplemental Application - Qualified candidates must complete and file an on-line appointment application through the Office of the Governor's website by clicking on the following link: Governor's Appointment Application Please Note: When completing the on-line Governor’s appointment application, in the "Position Sought" section, select the following position title: Corrections & Rehab, Dep Dir, Office of Internal Affairs from the drop down menu.
    • Other - Resume - Candidates must submit a current resume addressing their qualifications and experience and three professional references (including telephone numbers) as part of the Application Package.
    • Other - Peace Officer Verification - Those candidates meeting the Peace Officer requirements identified in this bulletin must provide verification as part of the Application Package.
    Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

    Desirable Qualifications

    In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

    Highest Degree of Integrity

    Demonstrated Transparency

    Experience with efficient and effective Administrative and Criminal investigation Operations

    Demonstrated utilization of improvement methodologies including data, metrics and measurements

    An understanding of and applied experience in the four key tenets of procedural justice

     

    Demonstrated action in principled policing; leveraging knowledge to shift culture

     

    Experience in testifying in local, legislative, executive or judicial on internal affairs policy matters

    Demonstrated ability to maintain effective working relationships with federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies

    Commitment to the diversity, inclusion and equity of policies and procedures

    Benefits

    The State of California benefits package may include:

    • Retirement contributions into the California Public Employees' Retirement System

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

    • Life Insurance: Basic coverage of $50,000 for managers and $25,000 for supervisors, confidential, and excluded employees

    • Voluntary enrollment into a deferred compensation program, Long Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Group Term Life Insurance, and a Legal Services Plan

    • Vacation and sick, or annual leave

    • Professional Development Days (2 days per fiscal year)

    • 11 holidays, plus one personal holiday per year

    Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Salary and Benefits website at: https://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx.

     

    Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at:

    https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performancemanagement-merit-system-principles.aspx.

     

    Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at:

    https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx. 

     

    This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

    General State Employment Benefits and Protections

    Click here to view more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State employees.

    Contact Information

    The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

    Department Website: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/
    Human Resources Contact:
    Douglas Ashmore
    (916) 324-6370
    Douglas.Ashmore@cdcr.ca.gov

    Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

    EEO Contact:
    CDCR EEO OFFICE
    (916) 255-1301
    Personnel-HelpDesk@cdcr.ca.gov
    California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

    Review and Selection Process

    An executive screening committee will conduct a review of all resumes. Candidates with the most desirable qualifications may be invited for interviews. Interviews will be held in Sacramento, California. The Deputy Director, Office of Internal Affairs serves at the pleasure of the Governor and is an "Exempt" position, therefore appointment to this position and salary are subject to executive approval.

    Excluded Employee Relocation Criteria

    Applicants may be eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses for lodging, meals, incidentals, mileage, moving, and storage. Applicants must meet qualifying relocation criteria in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the California Department of Human Resources.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

    It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.